A Simple Promise (I only need you)

August 21, 2008

By Annie K., Eau Claire, WI

Image Credit: Dylan H., Phoenix, AZ

Be my tide Wash me away To an uncharted island To a far away place I will trust you Even if you fail A thousand times I will not give up I don’t care that you can’t fly You don’t need wings To carry me All that’s required is belief In that I don’t need gold Or silver charms If you promise to never wake up Next to anyone but me

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